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JKUAT International Civil Engineering Conference on Civil

infrastructure" 23 25 September 2008 SUN N SAND HOTEL, MOMBASA,

AMERICA Kenya AUSTRALIA Nairobi Mombasa Organized by: Department of

Kyoto University, JAPAN Also supported by: Japan Society for the

1 JKUAT International Civil Engineering Conference on Civil Engineering and Sustainable Development "Modernizing our infrastructure" September 2008 SUN N SAND HOTEL, MOMBASA, KENYA KYOTO UNIVERSITY N. AMERICA EUROPE ASIA KENYA AFRICA S. AMERICA Kenya AUSTRALIA Nairobi Mombasa Organized by: Department of Civil Engineering, JKUAT, KENYA and School of Civil Engineering, Kyoto University, JAPAN Also supported by: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Obayashi Foundation, Japan (Full list of sponsors to be compiled soon)

INTRODUCTION Civil engineers have always faced the challenges of the present and future viz, building our quality of life and advancing civilization right from the beginning, to the pyramids of Egypt

There is now renewed interest in re-orienting civil engineering (xiv) to swing in-tune with global concerns for our environment, rapid urbanization, deteriorated/inadequate infrastructure and

For developing countries, the civil engineer is at the epicenter in seeking means to enhance human life through modernization of infrastructure through provision of shelter, water, and transport

2 INTRODUCTION Civil engineers have always faced the challenges of the present and future viz, building our quality of life and advancing civilization right from the beginning, to the pyramids of Egypt and the exploration of space. There is now renewed interest in re-orienting civil engineering (xiv) to swing in-tune with global concerns for our environment, rapid urbanization, deteriorated/inadequate infrastructure and disaster preparedness. For developing countries, the civil engineer is at the epicenter in seeking means to enhance human life through modernization of infrastructure through provision of shelter, water, and transport amongst others. The international Civil Engineering Conference in 2008 (CE-2008) will avail a forum for international exchange of modern civil engineering technologies, scientific views and cultural trends as part of one global family. The conference will offer an opportunity for delegates to discuss the role of Civil Engineering in modernizing our infrastructure. DATE AND VENUE The conference will be held from September in Mombasa, Kenya, at one of Africa s top hotels endowed with an enchanting atmosphere, the famous Sun n Sand beach resort. Sun n Sand, situated along the beach on the Indian Ocean is one of the leading 5 star beach resorts in Kenya built in a modern Swahili architectural design. Set on spacious lush landscaped beautiful gardens, under the swaying whistling palms overlooking the emerald green waters of the Indian Ocean, the resort offers unparalleled luxury and refined comfort to all. (Website: ) (xiii) Innovations in civil engineering (xiv) Technology in wealth creation (xv) Material technology (xvi) Application of IT in civil engineering (xvii) Civil engineering Education and ethics CALL FOR PAPERS Those who wish to make oral/poster presentations are requested to submit an abstract of not more than 500 words, outlining the relevance, main content and conclusions of their paper, not later than April 15 th, The abstract should be prepared in English on an A4 size paper, using New Times Roman, 12pt. The authors will be informed of provisional acceptance by April 30 th 2008 and the full paper must be submitted prior to June 30 th CORRESPONDENCE All correspondence should be addressed to Prof. Walter O. Oyawa, Department of Civil Eng., Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology, P. O. Box , Nairobi, KENYA. Fax: , s: civil@eng.jkuat.ac.ke, oyawa@eng.jkuat.ac.ke EXHIBITION An exhibition of relevant innovations, products, equipment and systems will be held in conjunction with the regular sessions for paper presentations on the second and third day of the symposium. MAIN THEMES Both Scientific and practical aspects of civil engineering will be covered in CE-2008 conference, with focus on research in the natural science fields as well as themes involving emerging as well traditional aspects of civil engineering. In particular the topics listed below will constitute the main themes of CE (i) Transportation Engineering (ii) Structural Engineering (iii) Geotechnical Engineering (iv) Urban Planning (v) Construction Engineering (vi) Project Management (vii) Environmental Engineering (viii) Water Resources Engineering (ix) Labour-based technology (x) Habour engineering (xi) Natural disaster management (xii) Application of computer software and GIS in civil engineering practice Modernizing our Infrastructure

3 REGISTRATION FEES Conference Sep Optional Seminar (JSPS AA Science Platform Program) 25 th Sept Partial conference fee US$ 350 Fee includes published Conference proceedings and tea breaks. (Early payments by 1 st May 08 will be US$ 300) Total conference fee US$ 475 Fee includes published Conference proceedings, tea breaks, lunches and dinner, as well as tour of Mombasa town. (Early payments by 1 st May 08 will be US$ 425) Total conference fee + 3 days/nights accommodation at venue US$ 775 (Early payments by 1 st May 08 will be US$ 725) NB: Participants from East Africa will be considered for special reduced rates. Seminar on Infrastructure Technologies for Sustainable Development Topics 1. Development of rural infrastructures with Do-nou 2. Application of stabilized soil blocks 3. Assessment on the impact of technology transfer 4. Civil Engineering Curriculum Review and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Exchange Rate : US$1 Ksh (indicative) IMPORTANT DATES Submission of abstract s : 15 th April 2008 Provisional acceptance : 30 th April 2008 Submission of final papers : 30 th June 2008 Final acceptance : 15 th July, 2008 Conference : 23 rd 25 th September 2008 PUBLICATION IN JCERP JOURNAL Selected papers will be further reviewed, revised by authors and published in a special issue of the Journal of Civil Engineering Research Practice (JCERP), an International Journal. TENTATIVE PROGRAMME Monday, September 22, 2008 Registration and get-together Tuesday, September 23, 2008 Opening ceremony, Keynote Speeches, Technical sessions Wednesday, September 24, 2008 Keynote speeches, Technical sessions, and field visits Thursday, September 25, 2008 Keynote speeches, Closing Optional Seminar on Infrastructure Technologies for Sustainable Development KEYNOTE SPEAKERS/ ADVISORY BOARD Prof. F. Gichaga (University of Nairobi, Kenya) Prof. N.G. Wanjohi (JKUAT, Kenya) Prof. E. Watanabe (Kyoto University, Japan) Prof. R. K. Dhir (Univ. of Dundee, UK) Dr. F. N. Nyangaga (KRB, Kenya) Prof. C. F. Lee (University of Hong Kong, China) Prof. K.S. Makhanu (MMUST, Kenya) Prof. T. Yoda (Waseda University, Japan) Eng. M.S.M. Kamau (MORPW, Kenya) Prof. C. B. Yun (Korean Adv. Inst. of Sci. & Tech., Korea) Prof. S. Riley (Univ. of Western Sydney, Australia) Prof. A. Mannan, (Universiti Malaysia Sabah, UMS, Malaysia) INTERNATIONAL STEERING COMMITTEE Prof. M. Kimura (Kyoto University, Japan)/ Chairman Prof. E. Kahangi (JKUAT, Kenya)/ Co-Chair Prof. M. Imbuga (JKUAT, Kenya) Prof. F. Njeruh (JKUAT, Kenya) Prof. Takashi Hosoda (Kyoto University, Japan) Prof. Y. Itoh (Nagoya University, Japan) Prof. K. Sugiura (Kyoto University, Japan) Prof. J.J. Msambichaka (Univ. of Dar., Tanzania) Prof. D. Mashauri (Univ. of Dar., Tanzania) Prof. W. O. Oyawa (JKUAT, Kenya)/ Secretary Prof. B.N.K. Njoroge (University of Nairobi, Kenya) Dr. Oshima (Kyoto University, Japan) LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE Prof.(Eng.) W. O. Oyawa, JKUAT/ Chairman Prof. B.N.K. Njoroge, University of Nairobi Prof.(Eng.) R.N. Mutuku, JKUAT Dr.(Eng.) J. Mativo, MORPW Dr.(Eng.) S.P. Nganga, JKUAT Dr. J.K. Too, JKUAT Dr.(Eng.) P. M. Odira, University of Nairobi Mr. F. Sakwa, Bamburi Cem. Co. Mr. M. Ngonyo, JKUAT Mrs. Waswa Sabuni, MMUST Mr. K. Abongo, JKUAT

ACCOMODATION AND TOURS Hotel accommodation will be available to the conference participants and their partners at special rates.

Other nearby hotels are also available on request, ranging from international tourist class facilities to accommodation at budget rates in order to meet the demands of guests from various areas.

It is also intended to organize optional touring programs (at additional cost) for interested guests, which will include sightseeing to the world-famous game reserves, etc.

The city is the centre of the coastal tourism industry.

4 ACCOMODATION AND TOURS Hotel accommodation will be available to the conference participants and their partners at special rates. A package covering 3 days Full Board at conference venue plus the total conference fee will cost US$ 775 as shown in the registration fee table. Other nearby hotels are also available on request, ranging from international tourist class facilities to accommodation at budget rates in order to meet the demands of guests from various areas. Reservation forms will be forwarded to the intending participants in due course. It is also intended to organize optional touring programs (at additional cost) for interested guests, which will include sightseeing to the world-famous game reserves, etc. Detailed information will be made available. ABOUT MOMBASA Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya, lying on the Indian Ocean. It has a major port and an international airport. The city is the centre of the coastal tourism industry. The original Arabic name is Manbasa; in Kiswahili it is called Kisiwa Cha Mvita (or Mvita for short), which means "Island of War", due to the many changes in its ownership. The town is served by Moi International Airport, also known as Mombasa Airport, which is the second most important airport in Kenya after Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Moi International Airport in Mombasa offers flights to many cities around the world. There are several places to visit in Mombasa, including Fort Jesus, built by the Portuguese, and the Old Town, which shows plenty of examples of the old Islamic architecture. Biashara Street in Mombasa which in Swahili means Trade Street is also an old part of the city where the Indian and Arab merchants set up shop and one can now find kangas and kikoys (pl. vikoi) being sold in these small authentic shops. The famous "Light House" is a must to enjoy the native cassava crisps and coconut water during sunset. Mombasa has a warm, tropical climate. The rainiest months are April and May, while in January to February the rainfall is minimal. In the month of september, temperatures are expected to be ranging from 20.8 o C minimum and 28.8 o C maximum.

5 International Civil Engineering Conference on Civil Engineering and Sustainable Development "Modernizing our infrastructure" September 2008 SUN N SAND HOTEL, MOMBASA, KENYA Sun n Sand, an all-inclusive Beachfront Resort Hotel, situated along the Beach on the Indian Ocean is one of the leading 5 star beach resorts in Kenya. Located along the Kenyan North Coast, Sun n Sand is the finest beach resort built in a modern Swahili architectural design, the outer walls depict unobtrusive sand and sea waves colours. Set on spacious lush landscaped beautiful gardens, under the swaying whistling palms overlooking the emerald green waters of the Indian Ocean, the resort offers unparalleled luxury and refined comfort to all. Sun N Sand is a secluded haven where tranquility meets with activity. Sports-mad guests will find much at Sun n' Sand to keep them busy: water sports like kayaking, windsurfing and sport fishing as well as table tennis, board games and crazy golf (there is a nine-hole pitch and putt golf green). Preliminary Registration ( ) I intend to contribute a paper and attend the conference. The abstract is attached. Subject Area / Category (e.g. (i), (vii), etc. as listed above) ( ) I intend to attend the conference and participate in the exhibition. Please send me details and the registration form. ( ) I intend to attend the conference. Please send me details and the registration form. Family Name Given Names Job Title Address Country Organization (Prof/Dr/Eng./Mr/Mrs/Ms, others specify) Telephone Fax Whether accommodation is required : Yes Number of accompanying persons? No Correspondence address Prof. Walter O. Oyawa Department of Civil Engineering, JKUAT, P.O. Box , Nairobi, KENYA. Fax s; civil@eng.jkuat.ac.ke, oyawa@eng.jkuat.ac.ke

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